A LEGACY OF TAKING ACTION TO SECURE PROMISING OUTCOMES

2014 | 2015

ANNUAL
REPORT

HENDERSON COUNTY PARTNERSHIP FOR ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

NORTH CAROLINA

20142015

BOARD OF DIRECTORS
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Dave Modaff, Chair, Friday Staffing Services
Adam Shealy, Chair-Elect, The Van Winkle Law Firm
Nathan Kennedy, Past Chair, First Citizens Bank
Pat Wagner, Treasurer, Continental Automotive Systems
Will Buie, Product Development Chair, WGLA Engineering
Kelly Leonard, Board Development Chair, Carolina Alliance Bank
Pete Szelwach, Existing Industry Chair, Clement Pappas
Andrew Tate, President & CEO, HCPED

ELECTED & APPOINTED

Brian Cavagnini, Meritor
Tom Cooper, Cooper Construction Company
Craig DeBrew, Duke Energy
Chip Gould, Cason Companies
Jim Hall, Investors Realty Group
Don Hallingse, PSNC Energy
Bill Harris, IMOCO
Kathy Hoyle, Hoyle Office Solutions
Jim Rasmussen, Morrow Insurance Agency

EX-OFFICIO
Chairman Ervin Bazzle, Henderson County Board of Education
Councilman Hugh Clark, Town of Fletcher
Mayor Larry Freeman, Town of Mills River
Chairman Charlie Messer, Henderson County Board of Commissioners (2014)
Mayor Carey OCain, Town of Laurel Park
Dr. Molly Parkhill, Blue Ridge Community College
Mayor Bob Staton, Village of Flat Rock
Chairman Tommy Thompson, Henderson County Board of Commissioners (2015)
Mayor Barbara Volk, City of Hendersonville

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When I first started as chair, a former

chair told me its the greatest job until
you get your first crisis.
He was right about the first part. It
has been a fantastic year of success and
accomplishments: projects realized, a
more aggressive business development
approach, the continued success of
Made in Henderson County all of these
did make being chair the greatest job.
The second part, the crisis, has slowly
materialized, in part because of our
success in attracting new employers to
Henderson County. In doing so we have
used up much of our easy industrial
land. To have the capacity to compete
for future industries to locate here, for
existing industries to expand here, and
to provide great paying, quality jobs, we
will have to be proactive in preserving
and improving new industrial sites.
This work will require time and money
now in order to produce results in 5, 10,
20 years and beyond and this forward
planning is difficult for some people to
understand.
Ill have to say, my predecessor was
wrong about the second part because
this Partnership, this committed group
of volunteers and the leaders of the
communities in Henderson County are
all starting to pull together to take the
steps needed to avert the pending crisis.
The Partnership and its allies have a
legacy of taking action to secure promising outcomes for our local economy
to all of them I say thank you for your
help in making this year great.

Dave Modaff
HCPED Board Chair 20142015
Friday Staffing Services

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In June of 1972, Steelcase, the

nations largest manufacturer of
office furniture, announced a new
plant at the former AshevilleHendersonville Airport site. The
company cited the cooperative
attitude of Hendersonville
citizens as a prime reason
for the site selection. Over
decades the plant grew to
900,000square feet, employing
480 persons when, in January of
2004, Steelcase announced plans
to close the facility. The former
Steelcase building now operates
at 97 percent capacity with more
than 15 businesses, including
Country Malt, calling Fletcher
Business Park home.

COUNTRY MALT
As the beer culture in western North Carolina began to accelerate,
Country Malt strategically relocated their Southeast U.S. operations
from Hickory to Henderson County, providing jobs to 16 local individuals. The company opened up their Henderson County footprint
at 145 Cane Creek Road in September of 2014, occupying just shy of
80,000squarefeet.
The company warehouses and distributes multiple malt varieties, brew
kits and an expansive list of supplies needed for the craft brewing industry. The location in the former Steelcase Building allowed for easy distribution to Southeast customers, warehouse management and added
milling capabilities.

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In the Fall of 2014, HCPED began to communicate with a German

plastics manufacturer considering locations for their first U.S. manufacturing facility. The medical device company was considering locations in
Florida, Mississippi and North Carolina, with a defined goal of expediting the process.
Raumedic eyed a site in Broadpointe Industrial Park after a few visits.
They moved to grade the 10-acre site, sometimes through the night, and
with light snow, to meet construction deadlines. They announced that
they were building a 60,000-square-foot facility, and would be bringing
172 jobs with wages in excess of $55,000 annually.
We really fell in love with the area and were convinced that the
community partners we met could deliver on our schedule for new construction and operation, said Raumedic CEO Martin Bayer. For us,
Henderson County provides an experienced and skilled workforce and
the ideal business environment for our investment.
Bayer continued, Our new U.S. production and headquarters will
combine the strength of American & German engineering to offer
high-precision extrusion, molding and assembly of medical and pharmaceutical grade polymer materials. Raumedic plans to be operational by
the end of 2015.

Dear Mr. Tate:

I wanted to thank you for the
important role HCPED played
in Raumedics decision to locate
in Henderson County and for
their choosing Broadpointe
IndustrialPark.
Over many years, my sister and I
have been slowly developing our
grandfathers farm into a light
industrial park we hoped could
provide well-paying jobs and would
become a significant addition to
Henderson Countys tax base.
We could not have embarked
on this ambitious project almost
twenty years ago without the
farsightedness of Henderson
Countys Commissioners and
organizations such as yours.
Many thanks for yourhelp.
Sincerely yours,
MJ Cadgene

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Bold Rock Founding Partner John

Washburn was no stranger to
western North Carolina when he
arrived on March 6, 2014 to look
at possible production sites.Johns
family owns and operates
Washburns General Store in
Bostic, North Carolina, which was
established by the family in 1831.As
a child, Johns family spent time
at the coast, where he tired of the
heat, sand, salt and mosquitoes,
and longed for the swimming holes,
boulders, rushing streams and
orchards of the mountains (Johns
first swim was in Lake Lure).As a 9and 10-year-old boy, John attended
Fruitland Bible Camp, and
remembers glasses brimming with
cold apple juice in the dining hall,
and a mountain top hike to pick
apples.Now, years later, he returns
and reconnects through Bold Rock,
bringing an incredible business to
a place full of childhood memories:
ahomecoming.

In early 2014, Bold Rock Hard Ciders leadership team started

exploring eastern Tennessee, upstate South Carolina and western
North Carolina for a second production location. The hard cider
group out of Nellysford, Virginia was motivated by access and distribution to new markets, sourcing apples from local farmers, and
finding a cultural fit that married with their home in the Blue Ridge
Mountains ofVirginia.
After purchasing a 10-acre site in Broadpointe Park, the company shifted gears to identify a location that would accommodate a
faster production start.On March 18, 2015 the company announced
their plans to renovate an existing facility on School House Road in
MillsRiver.
My experience over the years with the production of hard cider
around the world has taught me about the importance of access to
the very best fruit, says Brian Shanks, Founding Partner. Finding
such a rich resource in Henderson County made this area the perfect
fit for Bold Rocks southern expansion. We really are truly looking forward to crafting, bottling and distributing Bold Rock Hard Cider from
this site and becoming a contributing partner to the local economy.

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CANE CREEK CYCLING

The natural assets of Henderson County clearly attract visitors to
the community each year. But what is often overlooked is the number of
quality employees and companies that benefit from the mountains that
make Henderson County unique.
Cane Creek Cycling Components, located in Fletcher, has experienced substantial growth since its inception, thanks to the natural landscape of Henderson County.
In July 2014, the company announced an expansion of its headquarters. The employee-owned company plans to add 55 new jobs to
its existing team of 38 over a period of four years. A $1.09
million investment in business and real personal property will enable the company to expand the physical
footprint of its building, allowing the operation to
bring to its facility in Fletcher manufacturing functions once performed overseas.
This expansion is a direct result of the popularity of Cane Creek Cycling Components
latest technology among riding enthusiasts
and major bicycle manufacturers such as
Specialized, Knolly, Ibis, Enduro, and many
others. David Hall, CEO of Cane Creek
Cycling Components, has been working
closely with Henderson County to bring
the project to fruition.
Western North Carolina is a special
place for those of us involved in the design
and manufacturing of outdoor recreational
products, said Hall. In addition to an excellent business climate and extremely talented
workforce, our location provides access to
an extensive network of outdoor trails in Pisgah
National Forest, DuPont State Forest, Bent Creek
Experimental Forest and the Blue Ridge Parkway.
Cane Creek Cycling Components is among the worlds
largest producers of bicycle headsets and has a long, rich history in the evolution of bicycle suspension technologies. Cane
Creek produces the class-leading Double Barrel rear damper
for downhill and free-ride applications. The companys latest
launch, DBinline, offers suspension options for a more diverse
selection of bicycles.

Dia-Compe USA, a subsidiary

of Yoshigai Kikai Kinzoku Co. of
Osaka, Japan, announced plans
for an assembly plant on 5 acres,
to employ 25 persons, in October
of 1974. The company specialized
in manufacturing of caliper
brakes for bicycles. Cane Creek
Cycling Components became
independent in 1991 when
employees bought ownership of
the company.

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In 1965, New Jersey-based Silk

City Ceramics relocated to
Mountain Home Industrial Park.
The company was acquired in
1966 by Basic Ceramics, then
German-owned Feldmhle AG
purchased the operation in
1977. The plant operated under
the name American Feldmhle
until 1986, when a Japanese
partnership was formed
with Kyoto Ceramics. The
operation then became
Kyocera Feldmhle Inc.
in 1986, and in 1991 the
company transformed
to present-day Kyocera
Industrial Ceramics.

In April of 2014, Kyocera Industrial Ceramics consolidated its North

American operations in cutting-tool products and solutions for the automotive, aerospace, power generation, printed circuit board, medical and
steel industries. It created a new, wholly-owned subsidiary, Kyocera Precision Tools Incorporated (KPTI), and chose Mountain Home Industrial
Park for its headquarters.
The new company creates a combined enterprise that optimizes the
strengths from two Kyocera divisions including Kyocera Tycom Corporation (KTC) and Kyocera Industrial Ceramics, said KPTI President Koichi
Nosaka at the ribbon-cutting on July 16, 2014. Combining resources from both of these units facilitates
expansion of Kyoceras overall cutting toolrelated business in North America.
Employing 75 people at the new headquarters, the combined entity will unify
cutting tool resources to create greater efficiencies while positioning the organization
for continued success and growth.

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EARTH FARE
As the region experienced growth in the grocery store market, watching new storefronts pop up across the Carolinas, Henderson County quietly witnessed the growth of one of the leading natural and organic food
retailers: Earth Fare. Headquartered in Henderson County, the 40-yearold supermarket with a food philosophy focused on healthy living relocated to Fletcher Commerce Park in March of 2015.
Earth Fare currently employs 140 people, with the goal of adding
50 positions over the next few years. The move to a new office, custom
designed to meet the needs of Earth Fares innovative and collaborative
culture, sets the stage for accelerated growth and investment in their
brand experience.
Boasting an open concept, the new facility includes a test kitchen to
support food innovation, a private gym to enable team members good
health, and state-of-the-art technical and digital tools to stay connected
with their fleet of stores, all housed in a light and bright atmosphere that
embodies the spirit of a healthier lifestyle.
Our companys investment in this state-of-the-art facility reflects
our commitment to our employees and our need to support our growing
store base, said Frank Scorpiniti, President and CEO.
The headquarters relocation came after the company concluded a
thorough assessment of existing building and site options in the region.
Earth Fares 36 stores are located across the Southeast, Mid-Atlantic
and Midwest.

In 1993, a development group

from Asheville began the
process of planning the Fletcher
Commerce Park, a 52-acre
light industrial development
between Cane Creek Industrial
Park and Highway 25. The first
company to take advantage
of the new real estate was
ContinuumTechnology, a
manufacturer of lottery terminals.
The company decided to build
a plant in the park after winning
a $20 million contract to supply
11,000 lottery terminals to the
state of California. The main road
was renamed Continuum Drive
after the company, and their
building now houses Earth Fares
headquarters.

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JIM
POPE
1994 & 1995

BILL
LAPSLEY
1996 & 1997

JIM
MAHER
1998

TOM
COOPER
1999

JEFF
WARD
13/2000

BILL
MCKIBBIN
412/2000

JIM
CRAFTON
2001

LYNN
JOHNSON
2002

CHIP
GOULD
2003

KELLY
LEONARD
2004

GUS
ROB
CAMPANO CRANFORD
20056/2006 20062007

SANDY
TALLANT
20072008

ADAM
SHEALY
20082009

MARK
STONE
20092010

TOM
COOPER
20102011

KELLY
LEONARD
20112012

CHIP
GOULD
20122013

NATHAN
KENNEDY
20132014

DAVE
MODAFF
20142015

In 1959, the WNC fair moved

from where East Henderson
High School is now located to
Mills Street off U.S. Highway 176.
The fair operated on Mills Street
until the early 1990s when the
WNC fair relocated to the WNC
Agricultural Center on the county
line. In 2006, Elkamet located
on a 9-acre parcel of the former
fairgrounds site, leaving 17 acres
for future development.

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INVESTORS UPDATES
Top investors with the Partnership were once again given a behind-thescenes look at economic development operations in Henderson County
at the Investors Update Lunch on September 15, 2014, when the long-discussed Fairgrounds property was open for the first time to visitors.
While investors dined on the grounds that will soon house industry,
Will Buie, Chair of the Product Development Committee, provided a
comprehensive overview of the potential of the site. We have 17 acres
owned by the county, he said. This gives us a lot of flexibility with how
aggressively we can market the site, and also the potential to house
two industries. Guests were able to see firsthand how the site can be
graded for company use.
Keeping with the behind-the-scenes approach, at Januarys luncheon
the Partnership unveiled Project Sharp. All attendees received the
Request for Information (RFI) and were asked to come prepared to present in teams at the Historic Henderson County Courthouse. They were
greeted by seasoned site selector, Don Schjeldahl, along with a project
management team for the faux company consisting of Dave Modaff,
HCPED Board Chair; Pat Wagner, Treasurer; and Kelly Leonard, Board
of Directors.
Each team of attendees had to present the best site for the company
to locate, workforce solutions and incentives. The project management
team asked realistic and tough questions, showcasing the true nature
of project presentations. At the end of the event, each attendee better
understood what it takes to finalize an RFI and compete for economic
development projects.
I never knew the amount of work that takes place for a Request for
Information, said Craig DeBrew of Duke Energy. The Partnership
really does communicate the story of the community, and
often times has to communicate under strict deadlines. This was a great experience.

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In 2014, the Partnership began to explore new ways to tell the story
of Henderson County, and how to capture the idea and value of Place.
The annual dinner was held at Shoal Falls Farm, now Oskar Blues REEB
Ranch, just outside of DuPont State Forest.
Nathan Kennedy was recognized for his work as Chair of the Board
of Directors most notably leading the Board through a fictitious economic development project that helped to frame strategies now in place,
to positively impact existing challenges. Nathan presented the Partner
of the Year award to Vaughan Fitzpatrick, landowner of Ferncliff Park.
Vaughan was thanked for a product development relationship that is
best practice in all regards.
As the evening came to a close, Dave Modaff introduced a video that
used testimonials to reflect on the value of Place. The video opened
with the following narrative: Workforce, logistics, infrastructure, transportation and cost often frame the basis for location decisions. However
it is the qualitative measures, often difficult to define, that encourage a
companys final location commitment, instill a sense of pride and ownership, and build employee loyalty as people find passion in this place.
Henderson County tells a story of generational growth, family heritage
and the promise of quality employment opportunities for our children
and grandchildren. Looking beyond the mechanics of a site, a price or a
road, we find a geography and landscape that shapes us as people and
frames our identity.

Shoal Falls Farm was purchased

in 1898 by David Kemp, founder
of Diamond Brand Canvas
Products, Inc., now known as
Diamond Brand Manufacturing.
Mr. Kemp owned a champion
herd of cattle who set milk
production and butter fat
percentage records. He was
known for supplementing the
cattles diet with molasses and
beer. The farm was purchased
by Harry Blomberg in 1966, and
more recently by Oskar Blues
Brewery to serve as REEB Ranch.

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The first HCPED Industrial

Executives Forum took place
in February of 2008. The idea
came from Ken Burton with Blue
Ridge Metals Corp., who chaired
the Existing Industry Committee
while serving on the Partnership
Board. Ken orchestrated
a countywide survey of
manufacturers, who indicated
their interest in dialog with other
industry decision makers and
problem solving common issues.
John Bell with Excel Consulting
Group organized the survey
data to identify areas that
needed further exploration. The
forums purpose of networking
and encouraging solutions
to challenges identified
by manufacturers
continuestoday.

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Continuing a tradition of quality networking and problem solving, the

2015 Industrial Executives Forum focused on time management and lean
concepts to improve productivity on the plant floor or in the office.
Taking a break from home-grown panels and discussions of the past,
the Partnership solicited Dan Markovitz with Markovitz Consulting to
speak to more than 125 participants. Markovitz explored the time management principles that often cripple organizations and keep them from
performing at their best. Markovitz walked through strategies to communicate more effectively, sharing advice such as email is not your job,
it is part of your job.
Chip Morris of TD Bank shared with HCPED months after the event:
I have completely adopted Dans approach to processing emails. It was
actually easier than I first envisioned. I must say the system is working
well for me and that I am finding my days are more manageable. That
last email check at the end of the day and closing down the email with a
clean inbox is a very, very satisfying feeling.

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With the unemployment rate falling to 4.0 percent, the Made in Henderson County initiative saw a significant shift in the 20142015 school
year. While the Partnership still organized student tours with more than
730 eighth grade students, the program began to expand into the high
schools for the first time.
We realized there is a serious demand for workers now, said Pete
Szelwach, Chair of the Existing Industry Committee. We were able to
partner with companies who might not be able to open their doors to a
student tour, but could still tell the story of advanced manufacturing.
Over the course of a month, six manufacturers met with the
six high schools. Each company shared about their business
and the products made. The key takeaway was offering a
Career Interest Application, allowing students graduating in June to begin their search for employment.
We had more than 50 percent of the students
involved in the sessions fill out an application, said
Career Development Coordinator, Jennifer
Taylor. This is an important connection for
our students to see career opportunities
right here in Henderson County.
By the completion of the 20142015
school year, more than 1,700 Henderson County Public School students
and educators were influenced by
Made in Henderson County.

Dear Senator Apodaca,

Representative McGrady, and
Mayor Freeman,
As a lifelong resident and a
leader of a manufacturing facility
in Henderson County, I wanted to
thank you for your efforts to bring
manufacturers to our community.
It is an exciting time to live in
Henderson County, and see
the manufacturing growth
choosing our town. Please
continue to support these types
of growth so our children
can choose to stay and work in
Henderson County with strong
manufacturing jobs when they
enter the workforce.
Best to all of you,
Eddie Bingham
Made in Henderson County
Lunch & Learn Host

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Regional economic development

is an imperative piece of the
marketing puzzle, as regional
demographics echo the old
adage, There is strength in
numbers. Since its inception
in 1992, Henderson County has
partnered with CarolinaWest,
the seven-county volunteer group
in the Asheville Metro Area.
CarolinaWest, though never
funded at the state level, is one
of the first regional economic
development groups in the state
of North Carolina focused on
regional marketing.

While much of the Partnerships marketing work is rooted in the Lockwood Greene Target Industry Analysis, HCPED also adapted to changing external factors, taking cues from state and global market shifts.
HCPED hosted a first ever familiarization tour for site location consultants. The group heard from Stan Cooper of Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.
about their decision to locate in Henderson County, which was followed
by a brewery tour, lunch in the Tap Room, and a choice to hike or bike in
DuPont State Forest.
Strong growth and forecasts for the automotive market encouraged
more frequent contact with the Detroit market, where many decisions
for facilities in North America are made.
As Germany experienced challenges within the Eurozone, the United
States became a more attractive location for foreign direct investment.
The Partnership maintained a close connection with the German American Chamber of Commerce in Atlanta, in addition to developing relationships with legal, accounting and consulting firms who assist German
companies with US entry projects.
The Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina settled
into a new home, with some new personnel. HCPED hosted the EDPNC
team for a tour of Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. in the Fall, and partnered
with CarolinaWest for a presentation and tour of the region in the Spring.

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ECONOMIC INVESTMENT FUND

Fifteen economic development projects since the start of 2012
announced over $217 million in new investment, a net new addition to
the $628 million industrial tax base that existed prior to those projects.
Recent growth has had a positive impact on employment opportunities,
revenue to local governments, and new dollars circulating in the local
economy. However, that success created a sense of urgency around an
already existing challenge where would future employers locate?
The Partnership Board commissioned a study to assess Best Practices in Funding Product Development, examining how other communities in several states have attempted to address this challenge. Soon
thereafter the Partnership Board retained legal counsel for the purpose
of forming a new 501(c)(3) entity.
The Economic Investment Fund of Henderson County (EIF) will protect and advance Henderson Countys quality employment and tax
base capacity through product and workforce development improving
Henderson Countys competitive position for quality jobs and improving the lives of its citizens. The fund will employ a product development
strategy focused on identifying, optioning, and preserving real property, and improving the marketability of real property through due diligence, infrastructure improvements, and site development. The fund will
support proactive engagement with schools and students, increasing
awareness about careers in manufacturing, and encouraging workforce
preparedness.
While the EIF will be focused on delivering new industrial sites to
market, the c3 status will allow EIF to pursue grants to support the Made
in Henderson County program. The EIF founding Board of Directors
includes Chairman Chip Gould, Vice Chairman Will Buie, Dave Modaff,
Kelly Leonard and Adam Shealy.

In March of 1989, R.E. Harmon,

President of the Greater
Hendersonville Chamber of
Commerce shared at the annual
dinner, An industrial park where
utilities and access roads are
already in place is needed to
compete with localities that offer
very attractive inducements
to companies. For years, our
quality of life tipped the scales.
Those days are over. Now,
we are losing to areas where
local governments are offering
lucrative packages that they
treat as investments. We need
this edge to keep our economic
balance and provide high quality
jobs for our youngpeople.

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City of Hendersonville
Town of Fletcher
Town of Mills River
Town of Laurel Park
Village of Flat Rock

PATRON

PUBLIC

Henderson County

PRESIDENTIAL

EXECUTIVE

Asheville Regional Airport

BGW CPA, PLLC
Carolina Specialties
Construction, Inc.
Cason Companies, Inc.

AT&T
Agracel, Inc.
BB&T
Bank of America/Merrill Lynch
Bazzle, Carr and Parce, PA
Blue Ridge Southern Railroad
BorgWarner Thermal Systems
ECS Carolinas
Energy United
Fletcher Business Park
Haynes International, Inc.
Henderson Oil Company
Hendersonville Lightning
Hendersonville Symphony
Hoyle Office Solutions
Inn on Church
Investors Realty Group
M.B. Kahn Construction
Macon Bank
Moss & Associates
PNC Bank
Reaben Oil Company
Sierra Nevada Brewing Company

DHG, LLP
Elkamet
HomeTrust Bank
Johnson Price Sprinkle PA
Kiln Drying Systems
Kimberly-Clark
Legacy Paddlesports
Pardee Memorial Hospital
SELEE Corp.
SMARTRAC
SunTrust
TD Bank
Tennoca Construction Company
UPM Raflatac Inc.
Western Carolina University

Founding members
New members

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Southern Alarm & Security

The Alternative Board
Thos. Shepherd & Son Inc.
THS Constructors, Inc.
United Community Bank
Van Wingerden International Inc.
Wells Fargo
WGLA Engineering, PLLC

GENERAL
Accurate Technology, Inc.
Advanced Business Equipment
Advanced Data & Network Solutions
Advanced Technical Welding, Inc
Altamont Environmental
Atlas Bolt & Screw Co.
Beverly-Hanks & Associates
Blue Ridge Metals Corp.
Boyd Automotive
BP Solutions Group
Brown & Bigelow
Byers Precision Fabricators
Carl E. Shaw, CPA, PLLC
Carolina Alliance Bank

Carolina Information Technology

Resource Corp.
ClearWater Environmental, Inc.
Coldwell Banker King
Community Foundation of Henderson
County
CoveStar Investment Realty Advisors
Dave Steel Co., Inc.
DesignStudio
Dr. Pete Richards, DDS
Dunlap Construction
Egolf Motors
Equinox Environmental
Excel Consulting Group, LLC
Exit Realty Vistas
Farmhouse Graphics
Fletcher Warehousing Company
Hajoca Corporation
Hampton Inn and Suites Airport
Henderson County Public Schools
Henderson County Tourism
Development Authority
Hendersonville Country Club, Inc.
Holiday Inn Express
Horizon Heating & Air Conditioning

i2 Marketing, Inc.
Indoff Interior Solutions
Industrial Chemical Company
IPM Corporation
Kenmure Enterprises, Inc.
Kenneth R. Youngblood
Manual Woodworkers & Weavers, Inc.
Mars Hill University
Mast General Store
Mattern & Craig, Inc.
Max Tec, Inc.
McDonalds - Edwards Group
McGill Associates
Meritor
Miller Brothers
Millers Fine Dry Cleaning
Morosani & Associates
Mountain Credit Union
Multi Packaging Solutions, Ltd.
National Technical Honor Society
NCDOC Division of
Workforce Solutions
Norms Minit Marts
Park Ridge Health

Pepsi-Cola Bottling Co.

Platt Architecture, P.A.
Prince Manufacturing
S&ME
Sara L. Massagee, CPA
Southeastern Sureties Group, Inc.
Southern Concrete Materials
Standard Tytape Company, Inc.
Stuller Power Solutions
Summit Marketing Group
Sycamore Cycles
The Bayless Corporation
The Obsidian Collective
The Tamara Peacock Co.
The Times-News
The Waverly Inn
Turf Mountain Sod
United Way of Henderson County
Vocational Solutions
Ward and Smith, P.A.
Warm Products, Inc.
Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC
Whitney Commercial Real Estate
Wilsonart International
Wingate University

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